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Local athletes compete strong against elite competition as national powerhouses visit Marion County

Lucas Morrow, 15, and Sydney Farris, 13, took overall titles at Saturday evening's retro-themed 5K in Ocala, completing the course just before storms moved through the area.

Cody Thompson successfully defended his championship while local running club athletes dominated the podium at Marion County Veterans Park's historic Independence Day race.

Once among the nation's top high school athletic facilities, Booster Stadium faces a critical decision: restore as a flagship community venue or remain a patchwork site.

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